Latine Pride, Indigenous wellness conference and pro-Gaza demonstration: Things to do Oct. 1-6
From the region’s first Climate Week to a clay sculpting class at a Pacific Beach coffee shop, here’s what’s happening in San Diego County this week.
Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan
It’s San Diego Climate Week, which means lots of sustainability focused events to attend throughout the county. This week, the region is also hosting an Indigenous wellness conference, a stroll down El Cajon Boulevard and a fundraiser for Detention Resistance.
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Oct. 1
San Diego Climate Week: The first ever San Diego Climate Week launched Wednesday with more than 100 events aimed toward increasing sustainability and climate change awareness. From Oct. 1-8, San Diegans can choose more than 100 events to attend throughout the county, including four, free anchor events. Times and locations vary. See more details here.
Oct. 2
ICE Out of San Diego: A coalition of local organizations is hosting a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity every Thursday in front of the Edward J. Schwartz Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, which houses the San Diego ICE Field Office. RSVP online. 10 a.m., 880 Front St., San Diego, CA 92101
Oct. 3
2025 Catalyst Annual Conference: Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial is hosting its annual conference to gather funders, nonprofit leaders and community organizers. The day will focus on innovative funding models, cross-sector partnerships and community-rooted solutions. 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., A Reason to Survive (ARTS), 200 E 12th St., National City, CA 91950
Community Garden Initiative: The Sierra Club San Diego Chapter and Friends of International Friendship Park are co-hosting a day of community gardening and art. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tijuana River Valley Regional Park Community Garden, 2100 Hollister St., San Diego, CA 92154
Native American Health and Wellness Conference: Southern Indian Health Council is hosting its annual wellness conference in the Oak Ballroom at the Viejas Casino & Resort. The free event will include keynote speakers and sessions on traditional, Kumeyaay healing and culture. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Viejas Casino & Resort, 5000 Willows Road Alpine, CA 91901
Stroll the Boulevard: El Cajon Boulevard Business Improvement Association is hosting Stroll the Boulevard Little Saigon, an event with local vendors, food and drink special, live music and art. To celebrate the Mid-Autumn or Moon Festival, the day will include a performance by lion dancers. 6-9 p.m., 4660 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115
Rocky Horror Picture Show: Crazed Imaginations hosts screenings and shadowcast performances of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" at the La Paloma Theatre in Encinitas every Friday in October. Tickets can be reserved online and prop bags can be purchased at the theater for $5. 10:30 p.m., La Paloma Theatre, 471 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Oct. 4
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration: The Mt. Hope Neighborhood Group is hosting a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration with music, face painting and more. The event is family-friendly and free. Oct 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dennis V. Allen Park, 800 Boundary St., San Diego, CA 92102
Peace Vigil for Palestine: CODEPINK San Diego, Palestine Pals and other local activism groups put on a weekly peace vigil to advocate for peace in Gaza and other distressed nations every Saturday in Ocean Beach. The group invites attendees to wear pink and bring peace-themed posters. For more information, email sandiego@codepink.org. 10 a.m. to noon, Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and W Point Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Community Canvas Day: Viet Voices, Mid-City CAN, San Diego API Coalition, and LAOSD are leading a day of canvassing to help local businesses know their rights if Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrives. The group will provide a brief training for volunteers who will then share handouts and other information. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., City Heights. Register online for more details.
Pollination and Migration: Por la Mano Production is hosting a community art show to honor migration. The show is being co-hosted at Tierras Indígenas and Libélula Books & Co. 3-8 p.m., Tierras Indígenas, 2602 National Ave., San Diego, CA 92113; Libélula Books & Co, 950 S 26th St., San Diego, CA 92113
Oct. 5
Dine and Donate: The Cempazuchitl's Library is hosting a fundraiser with Detention Resistance in San Diego and 805 UndocuFund in the Central Coast at the Llamas Taqueria in National City. There will be food, local vendors, music and mutual aid. All funds will be redistributed to families in collaboration with Detention Resistance and 805 UndocuFund. RSVP here. Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Llamas Taqueria, 1430 E Plaza Blvd #E10, National City, CA
Latine Pride: The San Diego LGBTQ+ Latine Coalition is hosting its fifth annual Latine Pride at the Soap Factory. The all-ages event will feature music, food, vendors, community resources, performances and more. Email latine@sdpride.org for more information. Noon to 6 p.m., 2995 Commercial St., San Diego, CA 92113
Rise Up for Gaza: The San Diego chapter of the Palestinian Youth Movement is leading a demonstration to call for the end of genocide in Palestine and sanctions against Israel. The group is also collecting endorsements of the demonstration via Google Forms. 2 p.m., 1600 Pacific Hwy., San Diego, CA 92101
Oct. 6
Queer Crafternoon: As a part of the SDSU Pride Center's Queer Crafternoon series, attendees will have the chance to make their own DIY decor. This includes paper crafts, collages, garlands and wall hangings. No materials required. This event is the second of six planned. For more information, email pridecenter@sdsu.edu. 12-1 p.m., SDSU Pride Center, 5141 Campanile Drive San Diego, CA 92115
Swing Dance Under the Dome: The San Diego Central Library is hosting a free swing dance lesson under the dome on the rooftop at 6 p.m. The class will be followed by open social dancing. 6 to 7:45 p.m., Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101
